Mechanical Engineer

Actalent is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and engineer HVAC and related mechanical systems for building and industrial applications.

About the role

This position focuses on developing energy-efficient building solutions, working with advanced design tools, and contributing to projects in chemical, power, and industrial market segments within a supportive, development-focused culture. The role is based in a hybrid work environment combining remote work with in-office and field responsibilities, and involves occasional travel to industrial facilities (less than approximately 10%).

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC systems, including airside and hydronic systems, for building and industrial applications.
• Perform load calculations to size and evaluate HVAC systems and components.
• Size mechanical equipment, ductwork, and piping to meet project performance and code requirements.
• Develop energy-efficient building solutions that optimize system performance and reduce energy consumption.
• Select mechanical equipment such as chillers, boilers, air handling units (AHUs), variable air volume (VAV) systems, heat pumps, and related components.
• Coordinate design activities with electrical, structural, architectural, and commissioning teams to produce integrated construction documents.
• Review designs for code compliance and adherence to applicable standards and guidelines.
• Stamp drawings when licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE), ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Interface directly with clients and project managers to understand project requirements, present design solutions, and address technical questions.
• Mentor designers and junior engineers by providing technical guidance and reviewing their work.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to produce final construction drawings and details for mechanical engineering projects.
• Develop conceptual mechanical designs and cost estimates during the early stages of the project life cycle.
• Create design drawings using Revit 3D design software and other relevant design tools.
• Conduct or participate in investigative energy assessments to identify energy and cost savings measures.
• Assess and design building ventilation systems based on heat removal requirements and indoor air quality needs in industrial spaces.
• Conduct spreadsheet analyses to evaluate the energy and cost savings of proposed energy conservation measures (ECMs).
• Use building modeling software to determine envelope heat gains and losses and to assess the savings potential of ECMs.
• Specify mechanical equipment and prepare detailed equipment schedules and documentation.
• Design plumbing and building utility piping systems to support facility operations.
• Summarize engineering results in written reports and presentations that are cohesive, clear, and of high quality.
• Visit job sites as required for projects involving the upfit of existing systems to gather data and verify field conditions.
• Work at industrial facilities on a limited travel basis (less than approximately 10%) to gather data for designs and support project execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in engineering and design of HVAC systems.
• Hands-on experience with HVAC design, including building design, load calculations, and equipment selection.
• Proficiency with Revit or AutoCAD MEP for mechanical design and documentation.
• Experience designing large-scale hydronic systems.
• Working knowledge of fire protection requirements for industrial facilities, including the International Fire Code (IFC), NFPA standards, and FM Global guidelines.
• Ability to assess and design building ventilation systems for industrial spaces, including heat removal and indoor air quality requirements.
• Ability to conduct energy and cost analyses for proposed energy conservation measures using spreadsheet tools.
• Experience specifying mechanical equipment and designing plumbing and building utility piping systems.
• Detail-oriented approach with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Capability to summarize engineering findings in high-quality written reports and presentations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Revit MEP for 3D mechanical design and coordination.
• Experience conducting investigative energy assessments to identify energy and cost savings opportunities.
• Familiarity with building modeling software to determine envelope heat gains and losses and evaluate energy conservation measures.
• Interest in working in chemical, power, and industrial market segments.
• Willingness to travel to industrial facilities for data gathering and project support (less than approximately 10% travel).
• Experience mentoring designers and junior engineers.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license, with the ability to stamp drawings, is a strong advantage.
• Strong collaboration skills for coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering and architectural teams.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $40.86 - $57.69/hr. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. If eligible, benefits for this temporary role may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Schedule

This is a Contract to Hire position based in Syracuse, NY, offering a hybrid work environment.